Locked On Indians

Can the Cleveland Guardians' recent player performances signal a turning point for the team? With Luis Ortiz's improved pitching and Gabriel Arias' defensive prowess, the Guardians are making waves. This episode dives into Ortiz's strategic use of the changeup and Arias's opposite-field power, while also addressing the challenges faced by Emmanuel Clase and Tanner Bibee.Discover how Angel Martinez's versatility and bat speed add depth to the lineup, and why Clase's cutter movement might need a rethink. 0:00 Luis Ortiz's performance against Royals5:09 Ortiz's improved pitching and arsenal changes11:55 Engaging with podcast and bonus content16:14 Gabriel Arias showing improvement at second base21:51 Angel Martinez impressing in limited playing time24:36 Emmanuel Clase struggling, needs new approach28:20 Tanner Bibee working on pitch mix32:24 Outro: Preview of upcoming content Sign up to be a Locked On Guardians Insider:   https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonguardians Take our listener survey: https://forms.gle/iXVN